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Benign tumors of the uterus

Abstract

Leiomyomas are the most common tumors of the uterus. They arise from smooth muscle cells of the myometrium and are most prevalent in premenopausal women. Typical symptoms of uterine leiomyomas are abnormal uterine bleeding and bulk-related symptoms or pain. Leiomyomas can cause difficulties in conceiving a pregnancy and an increased risk of miscarriage. Usually the diagnosis of uterine myoma is based on a bimanual pelvic examination and can be confirmed using transvaginal ultrasound. Other benign tumors of the uterus are adenomyomas and endometrial polyps. They have to be carefully distinguished from malignant diseases. The treatment of uterine myomas includes watchful waiting, medical therapy, surgery and interventional radiology.